Error Message: “US FRM W-2 Address continuation requires ‘.’ in state code” error message when verifying a return
SYMPTOMS
When verifying a return, the following error message appears:
- US FRM W-2 Address continuation requires ‘.’ in state code
CAUSE
The W-2 has an entry in the foreign address line for the employee.
RESOLUTION
- Open the tax return with the verify error.
- On the top toolbar, click Verify.
- Double-click the "US FRM W-2 Address continuation requires ‘.’" in state code error message in the Verify dialog. Form W-2 will open.
- Delete any characters in Line 3 of Box e and then click Verify.
The return should now verify without error.